Lead Transformational Singing Groups with Confidence & Care
Comprehensive training, original song materials and trauma-informed techniques by singing for health specialist Ruth Routledge.
Refine your leadership and build thriving singing communities. Drawing on over 20 years of experience across the health, corporate, community and education sectors, Ruth combines professional choral conducting with evidence-based research and inclusive practice to offer practical training for beginner to intermediate facilitators.
Upcoming courses
In-person Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd November in West Sussex, UK
Spring Online 8 weeks starting Wednesday 20th January 2027
Summer Online 8 weeks starting Wednesday 28th April 2027
Pricing
In-Person Weekend Workshop 21st and 22nd November
2 days Saturday & Sunday £210
1 day Saturday or Sunday £120
In-Person Observer Pass £50
Who is the training for?
Emerging Leaders: Musicians and singers looking to start their first group.
Established Facilitators: Leaders seeking to diversify their tools and leadership style.
Health & Education Professionals: Practitioners and teachers integrating group singing into their clinical or classroom work.
Community choir leaders: Leaders already running community singing groups who would like to develop and refine their knowledge of vocal health, warm-ups and conducting skills.
“The training with Ruth was outstanding in every way. She is so knowledgeable and inspiring and breathes life into every session.”
“A fantastic course that provides a solid foundation, covering all the important elements of leading community groups. Especially useful focus on how to get the best sound from your choir, things to do with them that‘s not just singing songs.”
The Approach: Vulnerability, Safety and Connection
Group singing is an act of collective vulnerability. Ruth’s approach focuses on creating a psychologically safe environment where participants feel seen, valued, and empowered incorporating practical musical exercises to support, develop and empower participants both musically and personally.
The training is highly participative, blending practical musicianship with multidisciplinary insights from:
Community Music Therapy & Singing Therapy
Dance Therapy & Psychodrama
Sports and Performance Psychology
Each session follows a structured, practical arc: from effective warm-ups and song-teaching demonstrations to experimental "micro-leading" slots with constructive peer feedback.
About Ruth Routledge
Ruth is an expert singing facilitator and singing for health practitioner-researcher dedicated to inclusive community development.
I am a choral conductor, singing facilitator and singing-for-health researcher with 20 years of experience leading inclusive vocal groups. From founding 15+ community choirs to collaborating with the Southbank Centre, my work spans everyone from corporate teams to vulnerable communities. Combining Masters-level expertise in singing for health and a background in music and philosophy, my facilitation approach strating from a principle of care that fosters connection, equality, and personal growth. I focus on creating equitable spaces where everyone is seen and heard and every voice is valued.
“I wasn’t sure about doing a course online, but it was excellent, easy to follow and totally interactive.”
“A great introduction to the principle skills of choir leading delivered with a relaxed, fun and supportive vibe.”